Director, Human Resources (People, Partnerships & Operations)

Alberta Pension Services Corporation (APS)

Edmonton, AB (Hybrid ~2/3 days in office)

APS guides the pension experience on behalf of Alberta’s public sector pension plans. APS was incorporated in 1995 under Alberta’s Business Corporations Act with the Government of Alberta as the sole Shareholder.

The Prospect

Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources & Organizational Development, the Director, People Partnerships & Operations is a member of the Senior Management Team. They will provide strategic and operational leadership across key functions that contribute to APS’s employee experience and culture. Passionate about fostering proactive, cutting-edge and people-centred service delivery, the Director will work closely with internal clients across APS to ensure the suite of people programs and services aligns with strategic priorities and operational needs.

The Director will lead two Managers and a total team of approximately 12 team members focused on delivering Strategic Business Partnerships, Talent Acquisition, Learning Delivery, People Insights and HR Analysis, Total Rewards Programs, Pay and Advantages, and Employee Well-being Programs.

Reports to: Vice President, Human Resources & Organizational Development

Team Size: 2 Managers; approx. 12 team members

Salary Range: $113,807 – $167,459 per annum

About the Ideal Candidate

You are a strategic HR leader who knows how to support and guide a high-performing team through trust, clarity and thoughtful service delivery. You bring confidence and care to complex employee, labour relations and operational matters, helping leaders make informed decisions while creating a positive employee experience. You foster continuous improvement and invite innovative thinking. Most of all,



you believe HR is at its best when it partners closely with and supports business operations outside of HR for organizational success.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

- Strategic Leadership & Integration
- Strategic Business Partnerships
- People Insights & HR Analysis
- Total Rewards
- Employee Well-being
- Payroll & Operational Effectiveness

Qualifications

- A degree in human resources, business administration, commerce or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is preferred.
- Progressive senior HR leadership experience, including experience leading teams and advising senior leaders on complex people matters.
- Strong knowledge of employee and labour relations, HR operations, compensation, payroll, HRIS and talent acquisition practices.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, influence decisions, manage sensitive issues and communicate with professionalism and discretion.
- Experience leading process improvement, service delivery enhancements and change within an HR function.
- Sound judgment, analytical thinking and the ability to balance operational needs, risk, compliance and employee experience.

Compensation

The salary range is $113,807 to $167,459 per annum, commensurate with experience, education and qualifications.

Benefits

- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Community-minded workplace with a friendly team environment.
- Vacation starting at 20 days per year, 13 statutory holidays, personal days, plus office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
- Competitive benefit package featuring extended health and dental benefits and a 100% employer-paid flexible spending account.
- In-house training programs, extensive career development and coaching program, access to external education opportunities, and wellness programs.
- Discount programs through various partner agencies.

Pay: $113,807.00-$167,459.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB

📌 Director, Human Resources (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Pensions Services Corporation (APS)
📍 Edmonton